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Acoustical Society of America (ASA)
The Acoustical Society of America (ASA) focuses on increasing and diffusing the knowledge of acoustics and its practical applications. Site includes listings of publications available; listings of educational programs in acoustics; and other relevant information.
asa.aip.org

Adhesive and Sealant Council, Inc. (ASC)
The Adhesive and Sealant Council, Inc. (ASC) is an industry association that promotes the use of adhesives and sealants and promotes interaction among its members. Site includes listings of publications, a list of links (accessible to members only), and government relations developments and other news.
www.ascouncil.org

Aluminum Association, Inc.
The Aluminum Association, Inc. is the trade association for producers of primary aluminum and semi-fabricated aluminum products; recyclers; and suppliers to the industry. The site contains information on aluminum products and aluminum use in specific markets or industries such as construction (roofs, framing, windows), and a bookstore.
www.aluminum.org

American Concrete Institute (ACI)
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) develops, shares, and disseminates knowledge and information about utilizing concrete. Site includes the online journal Concrete International, listings of publications and technical documents, news of new editions of important publications, information on training and certification, and a research database.
www.concrete.org

American Hardware Manufacturers Association (AHMA)
The American Hardware Manufacturers Association (AHMA) is a trade service organization that includes U.S. hardware producers, manufacturers' agents, and industry trade publications. Site includes an online catalog of new products; a product locator; links to online catalogs of building supplies, hardware, and tools; links to manufacturers' online information; and a library.
www.ahma.org

American Institute of Architects (AIA)
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is the professional association for architects. Site includes an architect locator tool and links for downloading software to create or obtain paper contracts.
www.aia.org

American Institute of Constructors (AIC)
The American Institute of Constructors (AIC) consists of individuals in construction. Site includes a bookstore, certification information, and links to affiliated organizations.
www.aicnet.org

American Institute of Timber Construction (AITC)
The American Institute of Timber Construction (AITC) is the national technical trade association of the structural glued laminated (glulam) timber industry. Site includes technical information (tables) relating to the use of glulam members, links to glulam manufacturers, listings of downloadable publications and software, and meeting information.
www.aitc-glulam.org

American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI)
The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) promotes the use of steel and enhances the competitiveness of the North American steel industry and its member companies. Site includes a page relating to steel in construction that includes many other links to web sites including related trade associations, government, and consumer links; listings of publications, and listings of courses, seminars, and conferences.
www.steel.org

American Lumber Standards Committee, Inc. (ALSC)
The American Lumber Standards Committee (ALSC) administers an accreditation program for the grademarking of lumber produced under the American Lumber Standard (ALS) system and maintains the American Softwood Lumber Standard. Site includes information on treated wood, untreated wood, and wood packaging programs.
www.alsc.org

American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is a private, nonprofit organization that coordinates national and international standards for U.S. companies. Site includes reference libraries, standards information, accreditation services, news and publications, meetings and events, education and training information, and a list of web links.
www.ansi.org

American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC)
The American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC) represents contractors, their companies, and their industry nationally where codes and standards are developed. Site includes resources for concrete contractors, an online newsletter, an online bookstore, a directory of member contractors, and a page for submitting questions or requests for information.
www.ascconline.org

American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) is a membership organization focused on advancing the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. Site includes online versions of the society's journals, news releases, and technical FAQs.
www.ashrae.org

American Solar Energy Society (ASES)
The American Solar Energy Society (ASES) is a national nonprofit organization that promotes the widespread near-term and long-term use of solar energy. Site includes a link to the journal Solar Today and a publications catalog.
www.ases.org

American Wood Council (AWC)
The American Wood Council (AWC) develops internationally recognized standards for wood design and construction. Site includes technical information, codes and standards, publication information, and software.
www.awc.org

APA - The Engineered Wood Association
APA - The Engineered Wood Association is an organization of manufacturers of engineered wood products such as glulam, oriented strand board, plywood, laminated veneer lumber, exterior siding, and I-joists. APA issues and controls trademarks for engineered wood products. Major site information categories are applications, products, and publications.
www.apawood.org

Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI)
The Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) is a nonprofit trade association that consists of architectural workers, suppliers, design professionals, and students from around the world. Site includes listings of industry links and publications, an interactive function for technical assistance, a link to the institute's journal, and manufacturer and supplier directories.
www.awinet.org

ASME International
ASME International is a nonprofit professional organization that conducts training conferences and professional development courses, sets industrial and manufacturing standards, and publishes books, training materials, etc. Site includes a list of publications, information on current codes and standards, and information on education and training.
www.asme.org

Asphalt Institute (AI)
The Asphalt Institute (AI) promotes the use, benefits, and quality performance of petroleum asphalt through marketing, engineering, research, and development. It conducts seminars, issues publications, and addresses environmental/health/safety issues. Site includes technical articles and publications, environmental information, listings of seminars, and a link for ordering software.
www.asphaltinstitute.org

Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA)
The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) is a North American trade association that represents the majority of the asphalt roofing industry's manufacturing companies. Site includes information on asphalt styles, the benefits of asphalt roofing, and a list of publications.
www.asphaltroofing.org

Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. (ABC)
Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. (ABC) is a trade association of merit shop contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, and related firms in the construction industry. Site includes industry and government links, legislative links, a contractor search tool, and information on publications and safety programs.
www.abc.org

Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)
Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) is a construction trade association composed of construction contractors and industry-related companies. Site includes information on education and training, safety and risk management, and labor and human resources; contract documents; legislative information; an online bookstore; and contractor search tools.
www.agc.org

Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)
Formerly the Construction Industry Manufacturers Association and the Equipment Manufacturers Institute, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) is an organization of companies that manufacture equipment, products, and services used in the construction, agricultural, industrial, mining, forestry, materials-handling, and utility fields. Site includes technical links, safety and training links, statistics, government relations, an online store, a downloadable catalog, a product locator, resource links, and industry association links.
www.aem.org

Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry (AWCI)
The Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry (AWCI) represents companies and organizations ceiling system trade and related industries. Site includes contractor and manufacturer search tools, publication ordering information, EIFS education and certification programs and information, and an online forum.
www.awci.org

ASTM International
ASTM International is a nonprofit organization that provides a global forum for the development and publication of voluntary consensus standards for materials, products, systems, and services. Site includes information on standards, a digital library of technical publications, and information on training courses.
www.astm.org

Atlantic Wood Truss Fabricators Association (AWTFA)
The Atlantic Wood Truss Fabricators Association (AWTFA) develops and establishes uniform standards for the design, manufacture, and quality control of prefabricated wood trusses. Site includes a code of standard practice for members, examples of truss designs, and a list of members.
www.awtfa.com

B.C. Shake & Shingle Association
The B.C. Shake & Shingle Association is an association of producers and dealers in shakes and shingles. Site includes installation instructions for using shakes and shingles, a list of European importers, and a membership list.
www.bcshakeshingle.com

BC Wood Specialties Group
The BC Wood Specialties Group is a not-for-profit trade association dedicated to growing British Columbia's secondary wood-products manufacturing industry. Site includes a product inquiry form for potential customers and a directory of associated companies.
www.bcwood.com

Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA)
The Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA) is the trade association for North American manufacturers of commercial builder's hardware. Site includes a guide to builder's hardware terminology, ANSI/BHMA standards, industry news, and a directory of certified products.
www.buildershardware.com

California Redwood Association (CRA)
The California Redwood Association (CRA) is the trade association for redwood lumber producers. Site includes a redwood source locator, redwood literature, construction plans for homeowners, and redwood replanting information.
www.calredwood.org

Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) promotes a safe and healthy working environment by providing information and advice about occupational health and safety. Site contains health and safety information, a products and services catalog, web-based chemical databases, "OSH answers search," and links to other occupational health and safety sites. CCOHS also operates a question-answering service on workplace health and safety accessible by phone, mail, or the Internet.
www.ccohs.ca

Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes (CCBFC)
The Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes (CCBFC) develops and maintains six of Canada's model construction and fire codes, including the National Building Code of Canada. Site includes model code information and related links. Codes and proposed code changes can be searched.
www.nationalcodes.ca/eng/ccbfc/commission.shtml

Canadian Construction Association (CCA)
The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) is a trade association of the Canadian construction industry that sponsors conferences, provides a newsletter and bulletin, and lobbies the government on behalf of the industry. Site includes information on standards, industry statistics, certification information, and a listing of links.
www.cca-acc.com

Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance
The Canadian Energy Efficiency Centre promotes and advances energy efficiency and its related benefits to the economy and environment. Site includes best practices information, product catalogs, training information, and news.
www.energyefficiency.org

Canadian Hardwood Plywood and Veneer Association (CHPVA)
The Canadian Hardwood Plywood and Veneer Association (CHPVA) is a national trade association representing mills that produce plywood and veneer panels. Site includes lists of publications, a listing of links, and contact information.
www.chpva.ca

Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC)
The Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC) is the Canadian industry organization representing the structural steel, open web steel joist, and steel platework fabricating industries and is dedicated to improving steel education in schools of Architecture and Engineering. Site includes listings of publications including software, videos, and CD-ROMs; training information; technical information; article excerpts from Advantage Steel magazine; and contact information.
www.cisc-icca.ca

Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
The Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) is the Canadian government's national housing agency. Site includes housing information for consumers, technical and regulatory information for construction professionals, and a library.
www.cmhc.ca

Canadian Plywood Association (CANPLY)
The Canadian Plywood Association (CANPLY) represents and serves Canadian plywood, veneer, and veneer composite product manufacturers. Site includes general plywood information, product details, certification and testing information, publications, and technical notes.
www.canply.org

Canadian Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (CPCI)
The Canadian Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (CPCI) is the prime source of technical information about precast/prestressed concrete in Canada. Site includes application information (types of buildings), products and systems information, sample specifications, listings of software, brochures, and other publications available, and a list of links.
www.cpci.ca

Canadian Sheet Steel Building Institute (CSSBI)
The Canadian Sheet Steel Building Institute (CSSBI) is the Canadian national association of companies involved in the structural sheet steel industry; it promotes the use of sheet steel in building construction. Site includes product descriptions and application examples, a publication catalog, and research information.
www.cssbi.ca

Canadian Window and Door Manufacturers Association (CWDMA)
The Canadian Window and Door Manufacturers Association (CWDMA) is a trade association whose goal is to represent and support all aspects of the window and door manufacturing industry. Site includes consumer information on purchasing energy-efficient doors and windows, member information, and links to Internet resources on window design and energy efficiency.
www.cwdma.ca

Canadian Wood Council (CWC)
The Canadian Wood Council represents Canadian manufacturers of wood products used in construction. Site includes product information, design information, a listing of publications, and education information.
www.cwc.ca

Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI)
The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) is the national trade association that represents the carpet and rug industry. Site includes carpet selection advice; care and cleaning tips; installation information and tips; indoor air quality information; technical information; carpet industry facts; and a listing of relevant articles that can be downloaded.
www.carpet-rug.org

Ceilings and Interior Systems Construction Association (CISCA)
The Ceilings & Interior Systems Construction Association (CISCA) is an international trade association for the advancement of the interior commercial construction industry. Site includes a list of publications on ceilings, contracts, and more; contact information; and convention and exhibit information.
www.cisca.org

Ceramic Tile Institute of America, Inc. (CTIOA)
The Ceramic Tile Institute of America, Inc. (CTIOA) promotes appropriate and expanded use of ceramic tile and natural stone through education. Site includes information on an educational and certification program, floor safety reports, a glossary of tile industry terms, information on inspection services for problems with tile jobs, floor safety reports, and a glossary.
www.ctioa.org

Cement Association of Canada (CAC)
The Cement Association of Canada (CAC) is a trade association of Canadian cement producers. Site includes industry news, technical information on the use of concrete in buildings and transportation, and tech support (a "knowledge base" and a listing of links).
www.cement.ca

Composite Panel Association/Composite Wood Council (CPA/CWC)
The Composite Panel Association (CPA) is the North American trade association for manufacturers of particleboard, medium density fiberboard (MDF), hardboard, and other products. It sponsors and publishes industry standards for ANSI and ASTM International. CPA and CWC each have their page with links to members' sites. Site includes a buyer's and specifier's guide, an archive of Second Wave magazine, and listings of standards, technical, and statistical publications.
www.pbmdf.com

Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI)
The Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) aims to increase the use of reinforced concrete in the construction industry. Site includes an online store for publications and software, free downloadable publications, a listing of links to related organizations, and technical information on applications such as paving.
www.crsi.org

Construction Specifications Institute (CSI)
The Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) is an organization of individuals and organizations such as architects, engineers, constructors, specifiers and suppliers of construction products, building owners, and facilities managers. It provides technical information and products and continuing education. Site includes an online bookstore that includes codes and standards, a facility for searching the site or the broader World Wide Web, a list of FAQs, and contact information.
www.csinet.org

Deep Foundations Institute (DFI)
The Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) is a technical association of firms and individuals in the deep foundations and related industries that participate in planning, design, and construction aspects of deep foundations and deep excavations. Site includes member listings by specialty, listings of publications available for purchase, and industry links.
www.dfi.org

Door and Hardware Institute (DHI)
The Door and Hardware Institute (DHI) is an organization of individuals and consultants involved in the architectural openings industry, including distributors, manufacturers, sales representatives/agency firms, architects, specifiers, and contractors. Site includes certification information, education information, a buyer's guide, listings of technical information, abstracts of articles from Doors and Hardware magazine, and a listing of links.
www.dhi.org

Energy & Environmental Building Alliance (EEBA)^™
The Energy & Environmental Building Alliance (EEBA)^™ promotes awareness of energy efficiency and environmental issues in building. Site includes building technology articles, a member directory, articles and other information for builders and consumers, information on education from the EEBA Institute, a bookstore, and links to related sites.
www.eeba.org

EIFS Industry Members Association (EIMA)
The EIFS Industry Members Association (EIMA) promotes industry-wide performance standards and develops specification guidelines and standards for EIFS systems, materials, and methods of application. Site includes a member directory, construction guides, EIFS information for both residential and commercial applications as well as special sections for real estate professionals, insurance executives, home inspection professionals, and building code officials.
www.eima.com

Floor Installation Association of North America (FIANA)
The Floor Installation Association of North America (FIANA) is composed of manufacturers and distributors of floor installation products and/or flooring accessories from Canada and the U.S. Site includes links to publications and other associations, archives of newsletters and the FIANA Education Center.
www.fiana.org

General Building Contractors Association (GBCA)
The General Building Contractors Association (GBCA) is an independent chapter of Associated General Contractors (AGC) that serves the five-county area around Philadelphia. Members include commercial, industrial, and institutional general contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, and construction service firms. Site includes tools to locate a contractor, AGC online store, a newsletter, contact information, and other relevant information.
www.gbca.net

Gypsum Association (GA)
The Gypsum Association (GA) represents manufacturers of gypsum board in the U.S. and Canada and provides technical information and assistance to the construction industry and code enforcement community regarding gypsum board. Site includes information for architects, engineers, designers, contractors, builders, code enforcement officials, distributors, and suppliers, as well as environmental information and industry statistics.
www.gypsum.org

Hardwood Plywood & Veneer Association (HPVA)
The Hardwood Plywood & Veneer Association (HPVA) represents the interests of the hardwood plywood, hardwood veneer, and engineered hardwood flooring industries. Site includes a product and supplier locator; a publications catalog; information on testing, product certification, and inspection; and other industry information and links.
www.hpva.org

Industrial Fasteners Institute (IFI)
The Industrial Fasteners Institute (IFI) is an association of North American manufacturers of bolts, nuts, screws, rivets, and all types of special formed parts. Site includes an industry overview, Fastener Quality Act information, raw material selection information, FAQs, and a bookstore.
www.industrial-fasteners.org

Institute for Research in Construction (IRC)
The Institute for Research in Construction (IRC) works to improve the safety, durability and comfort of Canadian workplaces, homes, and public infrastructure while helping builders become more competitive. Site includes model construction codes, product evaluations, research news, and publications.
www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/research/construction.html

Insulating Concrete Form Association (ICFA)
The Insulating Concrete Form Association (ICFA) promotes the use of insulated concrete forms (ICFs) in residential and light commercial construction. Site includes a listing of ICF members, product information, application examples, a bookstore, links to other information sources, and contact information.
www.forms.org

Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance (IGMA)
The Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance (IGMA) now incorporates the Insulating Glass Manufacturers' Association of Canada. IGMA is a North American association of insulating glass manufacturers, suppliers of component materials, and other industry-related professionals. Site includes certification program information, publications including a newsletter article archive, information on codes and standards, and industry links.
www.igmaonline.org

Insulation Contractors Association of America (ICAA)
The Insulation Contractors Association of America (ICAA) promotes professionalism in the residential and commercial insulation contracting industry. Site includes an insulation contractor locator, a listing of publications for builders and code officials, FAQs, financial government incentives, technical information, links for consumers, and a buyers guide.
www.insulate.org

International Code Council (ICC)
The International Code Counsel (ICC) is a nonprofit organization working to develop a single set of comprehensive and coordinated national model construction codes. The ICC was formed by a merger of Building Officials and Code Administrators International (BOCA), International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO), and Southern Building Code Congress International (SBCCI). Site includes certification and training information, news, a job board, codes and standards information, and links to subsidiaries.
www.iccsafe.org

International Institute for Lath and Plaster
The International Institute for Lath and Plaster promotes the lathing and plastering trades. Site includes contact information.
www.iilp.org

International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) provides standards for business, government, and society. Site includes a store, information on standards development, news and media, and education and training resources.
www.iso.org

Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association (KCMA)
The Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association (KCMA) is a trade association of U.S. and Canadian manufacturers of kitchen cabinets and bath vanities, countertop fabricators, and suppliers of goods and services to the industry. Site includes certification program information, a listing of certified manufacturers, a "cabinet search" function, listings of related products and their suppliers, consumer tips and facts, code search, and contact information.
www.kcma.org

Light Gauge Steel Engineers Association (LGSEA)
The Light Gauge Steel Engineers Association (LGSEA) works to improve ways to design and build commercial and residential structures with cold-formed steel. Site includes links to web-based and other seminars, a publications store, a member directory, and links to related organizations.
www.arcat.com

Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (MFMA)
The Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (MFMA) maintains construction and installation standards for maple flooring. Site includes maintenance information; accreditation program; technical literature libraries; and installer, distributor, and manufacturer locator tools.
www.maplefloor.org

Marble Institute of America (MIA)
The Marble Institute of America (MIA) promotes the use of natural stone and sets standards for workmanship and suitable application of stone products. Site includes newsletters, consumer and trade information, online information on care and use of stone products, a publication catalog, and a link to related associations and industry resources.
www.marble-institute.com

Metal Construction Association (MCA)
The Metal Construction Association (MCA) works to expand the use of metal in construction. It develops guidelines, statistics, specifications, and brochures. Site includes a listing of seminars, a product locator, a list of publications, and contact information.
www.mca1.org

National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
NAHB represents the building industry and serves its members and affiliated state and local builders associations. Site includes a database of publications organized according to economic and housing data, housing issues such as energy efficiency, environmental issues, and plumbing.
www.nahb.org

National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC)
The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) advances the causes of women in construction whose careers range from business ownership to the skilled trades. Site includes association and industry news, education and training information, related links, links to the association's journal, magazine, and an online store.
www.nawic.org

National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA)
The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) is an organization dedicated to enhancing the electrical contracting industry through innovative research, labor relations, and work force recruiting and training. Site includes publications, safety information, and codes and standards.
www.necanet.org

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) publishes the NFPA 70E^®: Electrical Safety in the Workplace^®. NFPA 70E covers all electrical safety issues, such as general work practices for maintenance and installations, plus special safety concerns for specific equipment requirements. Site includes a catalog, codes and standards, news and publications, training information, safety tips, and research links.
www.nfpa.org

National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA)
The National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA) is a trade association whose members produce, sell, and use hardwood lumber, or provide services to the hardwood industry. Site contains lumber inspection information, education and training information, links, news, and an online catalog.
www.nhla.com

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), a department of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is the federal agency responsible for conducting research and making recommendations for the prevention of work-related illness and injury. Site includes safety and health information, hazard and exposure information, training information, directory of publications and products, and conference and events listings.
www.cdc.gov/niosh

National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (NJATC)
The National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (NJATC) works to develop and standardize training for the electrical construction industry. Electrical workers receive training through the National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (NJATC) of the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). Site includes information on apprenticeship, journeyman, instructor, and contractor training.
www.njatc.org

National Lumber Grades Authority (NLGA)
The National Lumber Grades Authority (NLGA) is responsible for writing, interpreting, and maintaining Canadian lumber grading rules and standards. Site includes links to related organizations and publication information.
www.nlga.org

National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA)
The National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA) is an international trade association that represents the manufacturers of plant-produced concrete products and suppliers to the industry. Site includes a product locator, education and training information, scholarship information, and technical services.
www.precast.org

National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA)
The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) is an industry association for ready mixed concrete producers. Site includes application information; engineering/technical, safety, and environmental information; an online bookstore; and a directory of producers.
www.nrmca.org

National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)
The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) is a trade association that provides information, education, technology, and advocacy for the roofing industry. Site includes consumer information, roofing professional information, techinical information, and a list of related links.
www.nrca.net

National Safety Council (NSC)
The National Safety Council (NSC) is dedicated to preventing injuries and deaths at work, in homes and communities, and on the roads through research and education. Site includes an online library, a training calendar, and Internet-based training programs.
www.nsc.org

NOFMA: The Wood Flooring Manufacturers Association (NOFMA)
NOFMA: The Wood Flooring Manufacturers Association (NOFMA) formulates and administers industry standards on wood flooring. Site includes wood floor care guide, a strip flooring square foot calculator, finishing information, grading and certification information, and a buyer's guide.
www.nofma.org

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a government agency that provides and enforces safety guidelines to protect workers from injury. Site includes laws and regulations, cooperative programs, safety and health topics, and statistics and data.
www.osha.gov

Ontario Wood Truss Fabrication Association (OWTFA)
The Ontario Wood Truss Fabrication Association (OWTFA) promotes the use of wood trusses in residential, commercial, and agricultural structures. Site includes information on installation and bracing of trusses, a photo galery, and links.
www.owtfa.com/

Painting & Decorating Contractors of America (PDCA)
The Painting & Decorating Contractors of America (PDCA) is composed of licensed and registered contractors engaged in the coatings application industry. Site includes a consumer contractor locator, education information, copies of industry standards, a PCDA store, and news.
www.pdca.org

Outdoor Power Equipment and Engine Service Association (OPEESA)
The Outdoor Power Equipment and Engine Service Association (OPEESA) is an organization formed by the merging of the Engine Service Association (ESA) and the Outdoor Power Equipment Distributor Association (OPEDA). OPEESA members are OPE manufacturers and dealers, Central distributors representing air-cooled engine manufacturers, air and water cooled gas and diesel engine distributors, and original equipment services parts distributors and manufacturers. Site includes technician certification information, information for dealers, consumers, and manufacturers, industry news, and related links.
www.opeesa.com

Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI)
The Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI) is dedicated to expanding quality post-tensioning applications through research, education, code development, and marketing. Site includes publications, technical notes, FAQs, certification manuals, listing of software available, and workshops.
www.post-tensioning.org

Powder Actuated Tool Manufacturers Institute (PATMI)
The Powder Actuated Tool Manufacturers Institute (PATMI) is an association of powder actuated tool manufacturers that stresses training, certification, and safety awareness. Site includes training materials, a member list, and industry links.
www.patmi.org

Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI)
The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) is dedicated to fostering greater understanding of the design and use of precast and prestressed concrete. Site includes application examples, find-a-precaster, education information, plant certification information, and publications.
www.pci.org

Ready Mixed Concrete Association of Ontario (RMCAO)
The Ready Mixed Concrete Association of Ontario (RMCAO) is a trade association of ready mixed concrete producers. Site includes concrete specifications, technical information and application advice, FAQs, Certification Programs, Sustainable Development, and a membership directory.
www.rmcao.org

Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI)
The Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) is an industry trade association of North American manufacturers who produce resilient flooring products. Site includes materials and standards information, application suggestions, and related news.
www.rfci.com

Scaffold Industry Association (SIA)
The Scaffold Industry Association (SIA) promotes the safe use of scaffolds and works with local, state, and federal agencies to help develop industry standards. Site includes training information, a product catalog, an online store, a member search, industry links, and information on Scaffold Industry magazine.
www.scaffold.org

Scaffolding, Shoring, and Forming Institute, Inc. (SSFI)
The Scaffolding, Shoring, and Forming Institute, Inc. (SSFI) is a voluntary nonprofit association of companies that produce scaffolding, shoring and forming products in North America. It develops engineering criteria and standard testing procedures for scaffolding, shoring, and forming. Site includes a directory of members, an institute overview, educational information, tech bulletins, news, and a publications listing.
www.ssfi.org

Siding and Window Dealers Association of Canada (SAWDAC)
The Siding and Window Dealers Association of Canada (SAWDAC) educates the consumer on what criteria to look for when hiring a contractor while educating contractors on the standards they must follow in to order to earn and retain certification. Site includes a member listing, consumer information, information on seminars, and contact information.
www.sawdac.com

Southern Pine Council™ (SPC)
The Southern Pine Council™ (SPC) is a promotional organization that is supported by Southern pine manufacturers. Site includes span tables, specifications and standards, application information, Green Building information, and education information.
www.southernpine.com

Steel Construction Institute (SCI)
The Steel Construction Institute (SCI) is an independent, technical, member-based organization that offers technical services to all professionals within the steel construction industry. It offers a technical advisory service to members and also a specialist support service on a consultancy basis providing more extensive assistance with technical issues. Site includes listings of publications including information on the magazine New Steel Construction, listings of courses and seminars, and links to other sites.
www.steel-sci.org

Steel Door Institute (SDI)
The Steel Door Institute (SDI) promotes the use of steel doors and frames for the construction industry. Site includes a listing of ANSI specifications developed by SDI, a publications listing, and a directory of members.
www.steeldoor.org

Steel Framing Alliance (SFA)
Formerly the North American Steel Framing Alliance, the Steel Framing Alliance (SFA) is a trade association promoting the adoption of steel framing in residential and light-commercial construction. Site includes an online store, FAQs, member directory, a list of training resources, and a list of research reports.
www.steelframing.org

Steel Joist Institute (SJI)
The Steel Joist Institute (SJI) sets standards for the steel joist industry and helps develop code resolutions regarding steel joists and joist girders. Site includes seminar information, a publication listing, OSHA news, and contact information.
www.steeljoist.org

Steel Stud Manufacturers Association (SSMA)
The Steel Stud Manufacturers Association (SSMA) represents companies engaged in the manufacture, marketing, and sale of cold-formed steel framing members. Site includes a technical library with specifications, CAD files, Green Construction/LEED, and other publications, as well as industry links.
www.ssma.com

Steel Window Institute (SWI)
The Steel Window Institute (SWI) is an association of manufacturers of steel windows and related products used in conjunction with steel windows. Site includes an introduction to steel windows; window specifications; finish, thermal performance, and FAQs; a literature request; and contact information.
www.steelwindows.com

Structured Insulated Panel Association (SIPA)
The Structural Insulated Panel Association (SIPA) represents manufacturers, suppliers, fabricators, distributors, design professionals, and builders that are concerned with structural insulated panels (SIPs) for the construction industry. Site includes information on the insulating value of their products, comparisons of different insulation techniques, a newsletter, and a library of books and publications for sale.
www.sips.org

Terrazzo Tile and Marble Association of Canada
The Terrazzo Tile and Marble Association of Canada standardizes terrazzo, tile, and marble installation techniques. Site includes specifications and guides, specimen specification, FAQs, and a listing of articles.
www.ttmac.com

Thermal Insulation Association of Canada (TIAC)
The Thermal Insulation Association of Canada (TIAC) is the national industry association for contractors, distributors, and manufacturers of commercial, industrial, and institutional thermal insulation, asbestos abatement, and firestop. Site includes Canadian national standards for insulation and a list of association members.
www.tiac.ca

Tile Contractors Association of America (TCAA)
The Tile Contractors Association of America (TCAA) is dedicated to serving the needs of tile contractors. Site includes Association newsletter, technical resources, links and scholarship opportunities.
www.tcaainc.org

Tile Council of North America, Inc. (TCNA)
The Tile Council of North America, Inc. (TCNA) is a national trade association dedicated to expanding the market for North American-manufactured ceramic tile. Site includes services and testing information, publication information, trade news, and an events calendar.
www.tileusa.com

Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA)
The Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) aims to improve the quality and acceptance of tilt-up construction. Site includes tilt-up construction basics, tilt-up contractor directory, a publication catalog, tilt-up building examples, and an events calendar.
www.tilt-up.org

Truss Plate Institute of Canada (TPIC)
The Truss Plate Institute of Canada (TPIC) represents manufacturers of truss plates and wood trusses on various committees dealing with building codes and standards and establishes standards for the design, manufacture, and quality control of truss plates. Site includes information for builders on handling and installing trusses, and a list of members.
www.tpic.ca

Forest Products Laboratory (FPL)
The U.S. Forest Products Laboratory (FPL) serves the public as the nation's leading wood research institute and is an unbiased technical authority on wood science and use. Site includes research data, publications, and FAQs.
www.fpl.fs.fed.us

United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America (UBC)
The United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America (UBC) represents and offers training to North America's carpenters, cabinetmakers, millwrights, piledrivers, lathers, framers, floorlayers, roofers, drywallers, and workers in forest-products and related industries. Site includes apprenticeship and training information, a political action center, and Carpenter magazine.
www.carpenters.org

Western Red Cedar Lumber Association (WRCLA)
The Western Red Cedar Lumber Association (WRCLA) represents producers of Western Red Cedar lumber products in Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, North Dakota, and British Columbia. Site includes cedar specifications, technical literature, conversion calculators, application examples, and finish information.
www.wrcla.org

Western Wood Products Association (WWPA)
The Western Wood Products Association (WWPA) is a trade association representing softwood lumber manufacturers in the 12 Western states and Alaska. Site includes western wood species information, product support and technical services, and publications.
www.wwpa.org

Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA)
The Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA) represents American and Canadian manufacturers and suppliers of windows and doors. Site includes window and door information, a members and products directory, meeting information, FAQs, WDMA magazine articles, Greenzone sustainability page, online catalog and bookstore, and related links.
www.wdma.com

Wire Reinforcement Institute, Inc. (WRI)
Wire Reinforcement Institute, Inc. (WRI) is an association of manufacturers, allied industries, and professionals engaged in the production and application of structural Welded Wire Reinforcement (WWR) and related products for concrete reinforcement. Site includes publications, links to related organizations, and contact information.
www.wirereinforcementinstitute.org

Wood Moulding and Millwork Producers Association (WMMPA)
The Wood Moulding and Millwork Producers Association (WMMPA) is an organization of companies in the MDF, hardwood, or softwood moulding and millwork manufacturing industry. Site includes a wood moulding design gallery with prints, member search, educational links, an events calendar, and an online bookstore.
www.wmmpa.com

Wood Products Group (WPG)
The Wood Products Group (WPG) is a not-for-profit association that represents the interests of specialty and value-added wood-products companies in Atlantic Canada. Site includes an online journal, product catalogs, supplier listings, a "knowledgebase," and training information.
www.woodproductsgroup.com

Structural Building Components Association (SBCA)
The Structural Building Components Association (SBCA) is an international trade association representing manufacturers of structural building components. Site includes an events calendar, educational program information, job listings, SBC Magazine, FAQs, and technical information.
www.sbcindustry.com

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